Lloyds accused of failing small firms as it reduced its lending

Two U.S. college students, Owen Ray and a friend, were released from a Danish jail after being detained for nearly two weeks following an incident involving an Uber driver in Copenhagen. The students claimed they were victims of an unprovoked attack, leading to their arrest for common assault after the driver allegedly kicked Ray. While they have been released, Danish authorities have retained their passports, and the family is urging for their immediate return to...

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for five missing individuals after a boat capsized near St. Lucie Inlet, Florida, on Sunday. Four survivors were rescued, while the incident is suspected to be linked to a failed smuggling venture, as the vessel was reportedly overloaded. Despite a seven-hour search covering over 1,240 square miles, officials could not locate the missing passengers, highlighting the dangers of illegal maritime operations. Full Article

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele announced that the country will not accept the return of Kilmar Ábrego García, a Salvadoran national mistakenly deported by the U.S. to a notorious mega-prison. Despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling requiring his return, the Trump administration maintains that it's up to El Salvador to decide, while Bukele's government emphasizes its partnership with the U.S. for deporting alleged gang members. This situation has raised concerns over human rights abuses at...

Collin County District Judge Angela Tucker reduced the bond for 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf, from $1 million to $250,000. Anthony's attorney, Mike Howard, stated he will post bond, though the timing is uncertain, and conditions include house arrest and an ankle monitor. The case will proceed to a grand jury after the Frisco police complete their investigation, and if convicted, Anthony cannot face the death...

Jack's Kitchen in Manchester is closed following a vehicle crash that left a significant hole in its building on Monday morning. The restaurant will remain shut until repairs are made, which require an engineer's assessment. Samantha I. Jones, 29, was charged with driving while intoxicated after the incident, while authorities confirmed that residents living above the diner, including children, are safe. Full Article

Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) has taken a significant step in its turnaround strategy by selling 51% of its Altera unit to Silver Lake for $8.75 billion, about half of its 2015 acquisition price. This move, under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, reflects a shift towards a more focused approach, as Intel aims to regain competitiveness in AI and custom semiconductors. While the sale enhances Intel's balance sheet and opens opportunities for future partnerships, it marks a crucial...